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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 1d

Alliance Française Leeds are offering free online French lessons as part of Leeds City of Languages. If you would like to find out more about them and how to sign up check our website: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/onlin... #leedscityoflanguages #french #languages

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 1d

Would you like to understand the EAL label? In this webinar Prof Cecile de Cat will talk about the complex realities of EAL children and how teachers can learn to support these pupils. For more info and how to sign up: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin... #leedscityoflanguages #eal

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Linguistics in MFL Project @inmfl.bsky.social · 1d

We are delighted to support @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social - a two-week celebration of languages, cultures and global connections! Take a look at the varied programme of over 80 events taking place in and around Leeds and online, and the dedicated resources page for schools! #LeedsCityOfLanguages

Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 3d

Leeds City of Languages is a vibrant celebration of the city's languages, cultures, and communities, highlighting our connections with the world.
Check out our webpage: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk #leedscityoflanguages #languages #mfl

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Pete Watson @drpetewatson.bsky.social · 1d

Enjoyed this. I wrote a review of the field about digital fan practices and transnational fandoms in Latin America this summer for an edited volume (not published yet), so fascinating to listen and see comparisons and contrasts in the issues discussed between African and LA fans of European soccer

The FootPol Podcast @footpolpodcast.bsky.social · 3d

⚽ New #FootPolPodcast!

Why do millions of Africans back European clubs?

We talk to Dr. Manasseh Chiwesha & Dr. Solomon Waleola about fandom, identity, betting & how African fans made global football their own.

🎧 Listen: www.buzzsprout.com/2253650/epis...

#Football #Africa #Culture

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 3d

The rich and diverse programme of activities is brought to life through the generous support of our local, national & international partners, who contribute their expertise, time and resources to enrich the lives of children, young people & communities throughout Yorkshire. Thanks for your support!

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 3d

Leeds City of Languages is a vibrant celebration of the city's languages, cultures, and communities, highlighting our connections with the world.
Check out our webpage: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk #leedscityoflanguages #languages #mfl

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 2d

Do you want to boost your language students at A-level? Sign up to this webinar with Michael Slavinsky, founder of Languages For All, a charity which aims to increase the number of students at A-level & degree level from state schools. More info 👇: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/programme/we...

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Leeds City of Languages @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social · 1d

Have you heard of the UK Linguistics Olympiad? Join us for this webinar Monday 10th of November! And find out more! It is a national language-analysis competition for students in KS2-KS5. Free to enter! More on👇https://leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/introducing-the-uk-linguistics-olympiad/

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · 18d

Looking for a football culture podcast? @drpetewatson.bsky.social discusses the cultural, political & historical meaning & significance of 'El pibe de oro' Diego Maradona in the Outside Write podcast as the 5th anniversary of his death approaches. Listen to it on: open.spotify.com/episode/35ID...

The Cultural Significance of Diego Maradona

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · 24d

Interested in women’s soccer in Brazil? @drpetewatson.bsky.social
just published: The Beautiful Game Reimagined: Women’s Soccer in Brazil, in the Soccer & Society journal. An important read if you are interested in women’s football: www.tandfonline.com/eprint/2FDSY... #soccer #Brazil

www.tandfonline.com

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · Aug 24

In his latest podcast collaboration for the These Football Times ‘Reel Football series’ @drpetewatson.bsky.social discusses the film the Two Escobars and the issues that the film depicts and discusses. Have you listened to it yet?! #thetwoescobars #football

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · Aug 19

Interested in football and in Maradona in particular? On this podcast @drpetewatson.bsky.social you can listen to a discussion of the Maradona documentary by Asif Kapadia and other Maradona related films and documentaries podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t... #maradona #spanish #football

Reel Football: Diego Maradona

Podcast Episode · These Football Times · 17/08/2025 · 1h 11m

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Bettina Hermoso Gómez @bttnhg.bsky.social · Jun 9

Last few spaces left for the MFL teacher conference on 20th June at the University of Leeds! Registration is free but places are limited! With presentations from @joedale @rashasoliman04 & many more!! Have a look at our programme! 👇artsoutreach.leeds.ac.uk/our-activiti... #mfl #mfltwitterati

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · Jun 2

Sofia Martinho, Director at SPLAS and President of TROPO UK, is currently at São Tomé e Príncipe where she will be talking about Portuguese as a Pluricentric Language #portuguese #languages #mfl @sofiamartinho.bsky.social

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · May 24

Dr Peter Haysom-Rodriguez @petehr.bsky.social will be at the University of Porto next week presenting his latest research project:

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · May 20

We have a very busy @drpetewatson.bsky.social! He recently published the chapter “Interrogating representations and Colombian footballing narratives of nation around the Women’s World Cup 2023” with Karen Ariza Carranza. Have a look in 👇 www.taylorfrancis.com/books/edit/1...

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · May 13

If you are interested in Football and Nation Building in Colombia, listen to this radio programme where @drpetewatson.bsky.social discusses his book “Un país en una cancha” #¿UnPaísEnUnaCancha? radio.unal.edu.co/detalle/un-p...

¿Un país en una cancha?

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · May 19

In www.selondoner.co.uk/sport/140520... Jack Heath, University of Leeds alumni, interviews @drpetewatson.bsky.social about Colombian Premian League Players

Number of Colombian Premier League players hits all-time high

The number of Colombian players in the Premier League hit an all-time high last season, following a rising trend of more Colombians leaving their nation to play in the European top five leagues.

www.selondoner.co.uk

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · May 13

If you are interested in Football and Nation Building in Colombia, listen to this radio programme where @drpetewatson.bsky.social discusses his book “Un país en una cancha” #¿UnPaísEnUnaCancha? radio.unal.edu.co/detalle/un-p...

¿Un país en una cancha?

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Bettina Hermoso Gómez @bttnhg.bsky.social · May 13

Have you signed up to the MFL teacher conference on 20th June? Registration is free but places are limited! Have a look at our programme! With presentations from Rasha Soliman, @joedale.bsky.social Antonio Martínez-Arboleda & many more!! artsoutreach.leeds.ac.uk/our-activiti... #mfl #mfltwitterati

This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · May 13

Sofia Martinho, our Director at SPLAS and President of TROPO UK,was interviewed by RTV Lusa where she talks about addressing the teaching of Portuguese in the context of higher education. 👇
You can listen to the interview through the RTV Lusa app #Portuguese #mfl @sofiamartinho.bsky.social

RTVLUSA : A RÁDIO/TV da Língua Portuguesa no Mundo

RTV LUSA: A RÁDIO/TV DA LÍNGUA PORTUGUESA NO MUNDO

www.rtvlusa.com

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · Apr 24

Our colleague @drpetewatson.bsky.social was interviewed on recent fan violence problems in Chilean football stadiums and the failed Plan Estadio Seguro. You can read it here 👇: latinamericareports.com/chilean-gove...

Chilean Government abandons Safe Stadium plan after violence leaves two dead - Latin America Reports

Following the death of two fans before a Colo Colo game, the Chilean government seeks new ways to ensure fan safety.

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OpeningTheFuture @openingthefuture.bsky.social · Apr 14

whooop whoop! this is such a great result for @livunipress.bsky.social and OtF: publishing books OA at no cost to reader or author through the combined power of library member investment (who also get some books for their own library in return win/win/win really)

SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · Apr 10

Another one for @drpetewatson.bsky.social! In this blog he discusses why to publish a book Open Access and how this means his readership has increased and his book has been included on a number of university reading lists across the globe. Football and Nation Building in Colombia (2010-2018) 👇

OpeningTheFuture @openingthefuture.bsky.social · Apr 10

We're really grateful to @drpetewatson.bsky.social for sharing his experiences of publishing Football and National Building in Colombia (2010-2018) with @livunipress.bsky.social, enabled by Opening the Future funding. For the full interview, please see here! ⚽ copim.pubpub.org/pub/football...

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SPLAS at The University of Leeds @splasatleeds.bsky.social · Apr 10

Another one for @drpetewatson.bsky.social! In this blog he discusses why to publish a book Open Access and how this means his readership has increased and his book has been included on a number of university reading lists across the globe. Football and Nation Building in Colombia (2010-2018) 👇

OpeningTheFuture @openingthefuture.bsky.social · Apr 10

We're really grateful to @drpetewatson.bsky.social for sharing his experiences of publishing Football and National Building in Colombia (2010-2018) with @livunipress.bsky.social, enabled by Opening the Future funding. For the full interview, please see here! ⚽ copim.pubpub.org/pub/football...

Opening the Future, Author Profile: Peter Watson

Copim catch up with author Peter Watson (Teaching Fellow at the University of Leeds) about his book

copim.pubpub.org

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Emma Cayley 谷曦 @emmacayley.bsky.social · Apr 2

Delighted to sign the renewal of the agreement between the Camões Institute and the University of Leeds last month. We are proud to have such a strong and active Portuguese section in the School. 🇵🇹 @splasatleeds.bsky.social @lcsleeds.bsky.social @universityofleeds.bsky.social

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